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Shillong, Cherrapunji and Shnongpdeng Tour

5 nights from Guwahati, featuring Dawki riverside camping, living root bridges, and caves
Duration
5 nights
Destination
Guwahati · Shillong · Shnongpdeng · Cherrapunji · Shillong · Guwahati
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The journey

This six-day circuit takes you through the hills, waterfalls, and river valleys of Meghalaya, starting and ending at Guwahati Airport. You begin with cafe hopping and local markets in Shillong before heading south to Shnongpdeng on the Dawki River for riverside camping, boating, and cliff jumping. The route then leads past Mawlynnong to Cherrapunji for walks to limestone caves and living root bridges.

You spend two nights in Cherrapunji exploring Mawsmai Caves, Seven Sister Falls, and the Double Decker Living Root Bridge starting from Tyrna village. Returning towards Shillong, you stop at Nohkalikai Falls, the Garden of Caves, Laitlum Canyons, and Elephant Falls, wrapping up the journey by the shores of Umiam Lake before heading back to Guwahati.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Shnongpdeng: Camp alongside the clear waters of the Dawki River with an evening bonfire

02

Umngot River: Indulge in cliff jumping, boating, snorkeling, and kayaking in turquoise river waters

03

Mawlynnong: Walk through Asia's cleanest village overlooking the neighbouring plains of Bangladesh

04

Nongriat Village: Trek to the double-decker living root bridge through lush native forest

05

Nohkalikai Falls: View Meghalaya's tallest plunge waterfall dropping 1,115 feet into the gorge

06

Laitlum Canyons: Take in expansive panoramic views across the deep ridges of Meghalaya

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

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6 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
ShillongShillong

Day 1 · Shillong

Guwahati Arrival and Drive to Shillong

Assemble at the Guwahati pick-up point around 12:00 PM for an introduction from your trip captain. Board your vehicle for the 98-kilometre drive up into the hills to Shillong, taking around four hours. Check into your hotel upon arrival and enjoy some leisure time. In the evening, head out for cafe hopping and explore the local Shillong market before returning to your hotel for the night.

Meal notes

Meals not included

ShnongpdengShnongpdeng

Day 2 · Shnongpdeng

Drive from Shillong to Shnongpdeng via Krang Suri

After an early breakfast, set out on an 88-kilometre journey toward the Dawki River, also known as the Umngot River. Along the way, stop at Krang Suri Falls to see its turquoise pool and surrounding scenery. Continue to Shnongpdeng, a peaceful riverside village near Dawki. Check into your riverside campsite and enjoy an evening bonfire if the weather permits. Dinner is served at camp before you sleep under canvas.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

CherrapunjiCherrapunji

Day 3 · Cherrapunji

River Activities and Drive to Cherrapunji via Mawlynnong

Start the morning with breakfast followed by adventure activities on the river, including cliff jumping, boating, snorkeling, and kayaking. Afterward, begin the 90-kilometre drive toward Cherrapunji. Travel along the Indo-Bangladesh border to Mawlynnong, recognized as Asia's cleanest village, where you can walk through green orchards and look out across the Bangladesh plains. Continue to Cherrapunji, check into your hotel, and rest for the evening.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

CherrapunjiCherrapunji

Day 4 · Cherrapunji

Double Decker Root Bridge Trek and Cherrapunji Sights

Eat an early breakfast before visiting Seven Sister Falls along its rocky cliff face and exploring the limestone stalactites of Mawsmai Caves. Proceed to view a single living root bridge, then travel to Tyrna village, the trailhead for the trek. Walk down into Nongriat village, known for its clear river pools and Khasi settlements, to reach the iconic Double Decker Living Root Bridge. Return to your hotel in Cherrapunji for the night.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

ShillongShillong

Day 5 · Shillong

Cherrapunji to Shillong via Waterfalls and Canyons

After breakfast, check out and drive 54 kilometres back toward Shillong. Stop en route to view Nohkalikai Falls, plunging 1,115 feet into the gorge below. Explore the rock formations and streams at the Garden of Caves, then continue to Laitlum Canyons for expansive panoramic views over the surrounding valleys. Visit the three-tiered Elephant Falls fed by the Umshyrpi River before checking into your Shillong hotel for your final overnight stay.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

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Day 6 · Shillong

Drive from Shillong to Guwahati via Umiam Lake

Have early morning breakfast and check out from your hotel by 11:00 AM. Board your vehicle for the return journey of 98 kilometres to Guwahati. Stop along the way at Umiam Lake, a major man-made reservoir in Meghalaya. Proceed to Guwahati Airport, where the journey concludes at around 5:00 PM for onward departures.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 6

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Places worth exploring

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Mawlynnong Village

Asia's cleanest village, surrounded by orchards and offering views across the Bangladesh plains

India

Double Decker Living Root Bridge

A unique two-tiered botanical bridge woven from living tree roots deep in the valley

Nohkalikai Falls

India

Nohkalikai Falls

The highest plunge waterfall in Meghalaya, cascading down 1,115 feet into a pool

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In this holiday plan

  • Pickup and drop according to fixed timings
  • Transportation for local sightseeing in Tempo Traveler or SUV from Guwahati to Guwahati
  • 4 nights in hotels (Shillong 2, Cherrapunji 2) and 1 night in camps (Shnongpdeng 1) with 6 meals (5 breakfasts, 1 dinner)
  • Water sports activities: cliff jumping, snorkeling, boating, and kayaking
  • Bonfire subject to weather conditions
  • Adventure medical insurance covering the journey from base to base
  • Trip Captain present throughout the trip
  • Parking and entry tickets
  • Local guide for the Double Decker Bridge trek
  • First aid kits
  • Driver allowances

Plan for these extras

  • −Early check-in (before 1:00 PM) and late check-out (after 11:00 AM) at hotels
  • −Any additional expenses of personal nature
  • −Any lunch and other meals not mentioned in inclusions
  • −Any other services not specified in inclusions

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Your starting price₹43,500

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: camp stays, some stays, sightseeing vehicle, guide and more.

Local know-how
  • Trip reporting point is Guwahati Airport at 12:00 PM on Day 1, with return scheduled around 5:00 PM on Day 6.
  • Weather in Meghalaya can be unpredictable; pack light and prepare for changing conditions.
  • Basic mobile network connectivity is available in most places, though Wi-Fi is limited.
  • Standard hotel check-in time is 1:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM.
  • Evening bonfire at Shnongpdeng campsite depends on prevailing weather conditions.
When is the best time to visit Shillong, Shnongpdeng, Cherrapunji, Shillong?

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How many days is Shillong, Cherrapunji and Shnongpdeng Tour?

6 days and 5 nights, across 4 destinations.

Which places does Shillong, Cherrapunji and Shnongpdeng Tour cover?

Shillong, Shnongpdeng, Cherrapunji, Shillong. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.

What are the must-see highlights of Shillong, Shnongpdeng, Cherrapunji, Shillong?

Mawlynnong Village; Double Decker Living Root Bridge; Nohkalikai Falls.

Who is Shillong, Cherrapunji and Shnongpdeng Tour best suited to?

friends, solo, couples, groups

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

Yes. Choose Customise this holiday, add your dates and travellers, and open your Shasa draft. Ask Shasa to add or remove stops, compare flights and hotels, and adjust activities before booking. Our travel experts can also help on WhatsApp.

How much does Shillong, Cherrapunji and Shnongpdeng Tour cost?

From ₹43,500 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: camp stays, some stays, sightseeing vehicle, guide and more.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.

What's included in this 5-night itinerary?

Pickup and drop according to fixed timings; Transportation for local sightseeing in Tempo Traveler or SUV from Guwahati to Guwahati; 4 nights in hotels (Shillong 2, Cherrapunji 2) and 1 night in camps (Shnongpdeng 1) with 6 meals (5 breakfasts, 1 dinner); Water sports activities: cliff jumping, snorkeling, boating, and kayaking; Bonfire subject to weather conditions; Adventure medical insurance covering the journey from base to base; Trip Captain present throughout the trip; Parking and entry tickets. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Shillong, Cherrapunji and Shnongpdeng Tour?

Early check-in (before 1:00 PM) and late check-out (after 11:00 AM) at hotels; Any additional expenses of personal nature; Any lunch and other meals not mentioned in inclusions; Any other services not specified in inclusions.

How do I book Shillong, Cherrapunji and Shnongpdeng Tour?

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Do I need a visa for Shillong, Shnongpdeng, Cherrapunji, Shillong?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

Starting price
₹43,500
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: camp stays, some stays, sightseeing vehicle, guide and more.
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